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Skype 5.5 issues and problems

Skype 5.5 is quite possibly one of the most infuriating software releases ever.  As a monthly paying customer, I am quite disappointed.  Here are a list of my issues: Update reminders are too frequent and furious (clicking 'Not Now' is taken literally.. because a few seconds later it is no longer "now" and it asks you to update AGAIN). Volume slider has been moved inside the connection guide (why?!  there is PLENTY of space in the call window to leave it there). Dial tones (DTMF) are buggy.  If you frequently dial in to conference calls or bridge lines, you will probably have to keep trying or key in the tones slowly (very slowly). Solution: Downgrade to Skype 4.2.  I have been using it for a few days now and the dial tone situation is much improved.  I also have squelched the reminders (Tools > Options > Advanced > When a new version of Skype is available... [uncheck Automatically download, uncheck Notify me]). Skype 4.2 download link from OldApps .